The Great Pumpkin Run
October 26, 2024
Portland
Road
Distances
Half-Marathon, 10k, 5k
Starting Time
8:00 AM
Fees
$79 – $109
Perfect For
Beginner Friendly, Great Swag, Family Friendly, Walker Friendly, Stroller Friendly, Themed Run
1,000-10,000
Fast & Flat
Lakefront
High: 59°
/ Low: 46°
Overview
More than 3,000 runners and walkers cross the finish line in all three races combined each year at Portland’s The Great Pumpkin Run, a Halloween-themed race that sees participants dress out for the event in full costume for a run through downtown Troutdale and along the Sandy River.
Now something of a running tradition in Portland, the race celebrates its 20th annual running this year, when it plans on welcoming more than 1,000 runners and walkers for the half-marathon race alone. Each year, the race features a different theme for the costumes they encourage runners to wear — check the race website shown below for more information on this year’s theme.
Course Description
This event takes place on trails and city sidewalks. There are a few road crossing with volunteers but please be alert. In accordance with current Portland city regulations, special events have a very limited ability to hire Police officers for traffic control due to the understaffing of the Police department. Please follow all traffic laws at all street crossings. Your safety in crossing streets is your responsibility!
